Origin
Columbus, GA
Late night in Columbus on Thursday
Local time
2:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Columbus, GA to Baldwin, GA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 29m
Distance
184.2 mi
296 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 18m
★
6 AM
3h 30m
8 AM
3h 55m
10 AM
3h 39m
12 PM
3h 36m
3 PM
3h 40m
5 PM
3h 53m
8 PM
3h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Baldwin, GA
Malcolm Garret
Trip Overview
The drive from Columbus, GA to Baldwin, GA covers 184.2 miles and takes about 3h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Veterans Parkway, 10th Street, 10th Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.80 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
92.1 miles from Columbus, GA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 29m drive with frequent turns across 184.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Veterans Parkway is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Columbus, GA to Baldwin, GA is easy. At 3h 29m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Columbus, GA to Baldwin, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Parkway | — | — |
| 10th Street | — | — |
| 10th Avenue | — | — |
| Wynnton Road | — | — |
| Macon Road | — | — |
| I 185 North | — | — |
| Chet Atkins Parkway | — | — |
| Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Veterans Parkway
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbus, GA and Baldwin, GA.
1
Start on Veterans Parkway
13 ft
·
6 sec
·
Veterans Parkway
2
Continue on Veterans Parkway
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Veterans Parkway
3
Turn right onto 10th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
10th Street
4
Turn left onto 10th Avenue
404 ft
·
16 sec
·
10th Avenue
5
Turn sharp right onto Wynnton Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Wynnton Road
6
Continue on Macon Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Macon Road
7
Take the ramp slight left toward I 185 North
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
I 185 North
8
Merge slight left onto Chet Atkins Parkway
44 mi
·
46 min
·
Chet Atkins Parkway
9
Merge slight left onto Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
59 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
10
Continue on Downtown Connector
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Downtown Connector
11
Keep slight left to continue on Northeast Expressway
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Northeast Expressway
12
Keep slight left to continue on Northeast Expressway
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Northeast Expressway
13
Continue on Interstate Highway 85
15 mi
·
16 min
·
Interstate Highway 85
14
Keep slight right
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
15
Keep slight left to continue on Lanier Parkway
24 mi
·
26 min
·
Lanier Parkway
16
Continue on Cornelia Highway
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Cornelia Highway
17
Continue on Tommy Irwin Parkway
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Tommy Irwin Parkway
18
Turn right onto Duncan Bridge Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Duncan Bridge Road
19
Turn left onto Willingham Avenue
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Willingham Avenue
20
Continue on Willingham Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Willingham Street
21
Continue on Willingham Avenue
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Willingham Avenue
22
Continue on Willingham Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Willingham Street
23
Continue on Willingham Avenue
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Willingham Avenue
24
Turn right onto Stonepile Street
30 ft
·
1 sec
·
Stonepile Street
25
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 92.1 miles from Columbus, GA, or about 1h 44m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 41 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.1 miles or 1h 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Baldwin, GA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Columbus, GA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Columbus, GA
This is one driving day of about 184.2 miles and 3h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Columbus, GA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 92.1 mi from Columbus, GA · 1h 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
92 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 92.1 miles from Columbus, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Baldwin, GA
The final approach into Baldwin, GA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Baldwin, GA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.80 one way
$57.61 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
64 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $31.50 | $62.99 |
| premium | $4.70 | $34.09 | $68.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.67 | $81.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.3 | 0 | $19.34 | $8.84 |
| Efficient EV | 46.1 | 0 | $16.12 | $7.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 73.7 | 0 | $25.79 | $11.79 |
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Baldwin, GA
Late night in Baldwin on Thursday
Local time
2:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
College Park, GA
92 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
7 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 29m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Columbus, GA to Baldwin, GA covers 184.2 miles and takes about 3h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Parkway, 10th Street, 10th Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 92.1 miles from Columbus, GA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.80 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Columbus, GA to Baldwin, GA is easy. At 3h 29m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Columbus, GA to Baldwin, GA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Columbus, GA to Baldwin, GA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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